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Summary This position is in the Positron Emission Tomography Department of the NIH Clinical Center. PET is an advanced imaging technology involving producing short-lived radiopharmaceuticals, administering and imaging their distribution in humans with a specialized scanner, and obtaining physiological measurements from these images. You will perform advanced computer-based PET procedures on patients and large animals and serve as a team lead for nuclear medicine and/or radiologic technologists. Responsibilities Serves as a team lead and leads three or more nuclear medicine and/or radiologic technologists. Distributes and balances the workload among employees in accordance with established workflow or job specialization Instructs employees in specific tasks and job techniques and makes available written instructions, reference materials and supplies. Performs advanced, computer-based PET procedures on Clinical Center patients and large experimental animals. Performs PET imaging procedures using brain and body scanners with a wide variety of positron-emitting radiopharmaceuticals to study organ perfusion, metabolism, receptor function, etc. Participates in the planning and execution of PET research projects in patients and large animals including significant input into the design of new research protocols. Performs PET radiopharmacy functions, including receiving products from the Radiochemistry Production group, calculating and drawing radiopharmaceutical doses for patients and for animal studies. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for a Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist GS-0642: You must have: (1) successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the credentialing standards described in 42 CFR Part 75 that is accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education, AND (2) be certified as a radiographer in Nuclear Medicine. The following meets the above standards: 1. Persons employed by the Federal Government as a radiologic personnel prior to January 13,1986 who show evidence of current or fully satisfactory performance or certification of such from a licensed practitioner such as a doctor of medicine, osteopathy, dentistry, podiatry, or chiropractic who prescribes radiologic procedures to others. 2. Persons first employed by the Federal Government as a radiologic personnel after the effective date of the regulation who (a) received training from institutions in a State of foreign jurisdiction that did not accredit training in that particular field at the time of graduation, OR (b) practiced in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not license that particular field or did not allow special eligibility to take a licensure examination for those who did not graduate from an accredited educational program, provided that such persons show evidence of training, experience, and competence as determined by OPM or the employing agency. Additional Qualifications: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-10 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Leading and monitoring the workflow of Nuclear Medicine and PET technical specialists; monitoring the operation of radiographic equipment and other related computer software/hardware; training staff on the proper use and methods associated with PET scanners, software, and ancillary laboratory equipment; monitoring and providing quality control of PET images and exams; and evaluating the effectiveness of PET procedures and making recommendations for corrective measures. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12559017 Education This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education. Additional Information This position is designated as an "emergency essential" position and the selected candidate will be considered an "emergency essential" employee and will be required to be available, ready, willing, and able to report for duty under all circumstances (e.g., inclement weather, government closings and holidays, lapses in appropriations, non-emergency and emergency situations) for operation 24 hours a day and 365 days per year coverage. A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. The work involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions. The medical technologist is required to use protective clothing or gear such as laboratory coats, fume hoods, safety goggles, radiation badges, aprons, gloves, and shields, and to adopt sterile techniques. The incumbent will be exposed to low levels of gamma and beta radiation, radioactive sources, radiopharmaceuticals, and patients who have received radioactive materials for imaging purposes. The incumbent will exercise constant appropriate radiation safety procedures to minimize potential hazards. These include the use of syringe shields, gloves, and approved disposal practices. The incumbent will be exposed to patients with infectious diseases e.g. hepatitis, tuberculosis, and AIDS, and must routinely handle human and animal blood. In addition, the incumbent works in areas where other potential hazards exist, i.e. high voltage equipment and exposure to large animals. We may make additional selections for similar positions across the National Institutes of Health within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s) at NIH. Clearance of CTAP will be applied for similar positions across NIH. The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus. Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process. 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